ULTRASOUND TECH Full Time (36 hrs/wk) Days

East Tennessee Children's Hospital Association•Knoxville, TN

About The Position

Performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures to help diagnose disease processes and delineate normal and abnormal anatomy and pathological conditions throughout the human body. This is a full-time, 36-hour-per-week position on days. The role reports to the Director—Radiology/Department Manager and has no supervisory responsibilities. The Ultrasound Tech operates equipment to produce quality images, maintains current knowledge and skills in sonography and safe equipment operation, and follows required workflows and procedures. The position includes rotating on-call coverage for evenings, weekends, and holidays, and requires flexibility to work alternate shifts. The technologist provides respectful, compassionate patient care, maintains HIPAA compliance and confidentiality, and applies Lean principles in the use of hospital resources and participation in the Lean Board.

Requirements

Associate's degree; general degree field.
Registered by the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (ARDMS) within one year of completing the ultrasound program.
New graduate or one year of general radiology experience required.
Ability to operate ultrasound equipment effectively and produce quality images.
Ability to work flexible hours and alternate shifts.
Ability to adapt to new programs and equipment upgrades.
Effective organizational and time-management skills.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Sonography experience preferred.
Pediatric experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic ultrasound procedures for disease diagnosis and evaluation of anatomy and pathological conditions.
Operate ultrasound equipment effectively to produce quality images.
Maintain up-to-date expertise and skills to ensure high-quality imaging.
Operate equipment and accessories safely, including proper warm-up exposure, daily quality control, and good reporting techniques.
Perform the correct examination on the correct patient.
Follow PACS and Meditech workflows.
Consult with the radiologist on duty about scanning parameters when necessary.
Provide excellent patient care and create an environment where customers feel valued and respected.
Communicate effectively and problem-solve with customers.
Maintain HIPAA compliance and strict patient confidentiality.
Follow department team expectations.
Use hospital resources and time respectfully and accountably.
Apply Lean principles, use resources effectively, and participate in the Lean Board.
Rotate on call for evening, weekend, and holiday coverage.